Status:
valid
Authors:
Krukoff
Source:
cmp
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 41(4): 250. 1979
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538209
Common Names
- Anomospermum andersonii
- Andersonii Anomospermum
- Andersonii Anomospermum Bush
Description
Anomospermum andersonii (also called Anderson's anomospermum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central Africa. It has a spreading crown and a short trunk with a grayish-brown bark. The leaves are simple, alternate, oblong-lanceolate, and serrate. It grows in humid tropical forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Anomospermum andersonii is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other illnesses. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anomospermum andersonii has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anomospermum andersonii is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping.
Where to Find Anomospermum andersonii
Anomospermum andersonii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Anomospermum andersonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anomospermum andersonii?
Anomospermum andersonii
What is the common name of Anomospermum andersonii?
Andersonii
What is the natural habitat of Anomospermum andersonii?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Anomospermum genus
Species in the Menispermaceae family
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Abuta candollei,
Abuta chiapasensis,
Abuta chocoensis,
Abuta colombiana,
Abuta dwyeriana,
Abuta fluminum,
Abuta grandifolia,
Abuta grisebachii,
Abuta imene,
Abuta longa,
Abuta mycetandra,
Abuta obovata,
Abuta pahni,
Abuta panamensis,
Abuta panurensis,
Abuta platyphylla,
Abuta racemosa,
Abuta rufescens,
Abuta sandwithiana,
Abuta seemannii,
Abuta selloana,
Abuta solimoesensis,
Abuta soukupii,
Abuta spicata,
Abuta steyermarkii,
Abuta vaupesensis,
Abuta velutina,
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Albertisia cordifolia,
Albertisia crassa,
Albertisia cuneata,
Albertisia delagoensis,
Albertisia exelliana,
Albertisia ferruginea,
Albertisia glabra,
Albertisia laurifolia,
Albertisia mangenotii,
Albertisia mecistophylla,
Albertisia megacarpa,
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Albertisia porcata,
Albertisia puberula,
Albertisia scandens,